Bachelor in
Biological Sciences (BA, BS) Lindenwood University
Introduction
The Lindenwood University Department of Biological Sciences offers you the opportunity to pursue a bachelor of arts (BA) or a bachelor of science (BS) degree. The areas you may choose from for your BA or BS degree in Biology will prepare you for a variety of interesting and fulfilling career opportunities in the field of biology.
If you are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, such as a physician, dentist, physician’s assistant, or clinical laboratory scientist, the BS in Biological Sciences is the best degree choice. It is also the best preparation for you if you plan to pursue graduate studies in biology and related fields.
The BA in Biological Sciences is the best choice for you if you plan to enter the workforce immediately after graduation. You may find employment in testing and research labs in a variety of industry and academic settings.
Are you interested in the biology of the natural world? If the answer is “yes,” then the Environmental Biology BS is an excellent choice for you. This degree program will prepare you for careers in natural resource management, environmental protection, and habitat restoration.
Many students choose to major in biology and biological sciences because they plan to teach at the high school level. If this is your chosen career path, Lindenwood University offers you two options. The Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with certification in secondary education will prepare you to teach high school biology, while the Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with unified science certification will prepare you to teach both biology and chemistry at the high school level.
Lindenwood University Biology Faculty
The biology faculty at Lindenwood University is comprised of scholars and teachers with earned doctorates who act as instructors, mentors, and academic advisors. They are easily accessible to students, possessing a wealth of personal and professional knowledge and will pass that knowledge on to you. Smaller class sizes ensure that you will get the attention you deserve.
Earning a Degree in Biological Sciences at Lindenwood University
Lindenwood University offers several options to earn a BA in biological sciences or a BS in biological sciences. The requirements differ based upon the path you wish to take in your education.
Career Opportunities
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Depending on your educational path in biological sciences program at Lindenwood University, you will be are prepared for career paths in education, graduate studies, laboratories, or healthcare.
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Curriculum
The BA in Biological Sciences requires 64 credit hours. You will study plant, animal, and cell biology, genetics, evolution, chemistry and have the opportunity to delve into topics like anatomy and physiology, developmental biology, wetlands ecology, immunology, and more.
The BS in biological sciences requires 76-78 credit hours. You will study cellular and molecular biology, ecology, chemistry, and more. You will also have the opportunity to study topics like parasitology, identification and taxonomy of local flora, clinical laboratory science, and many more areas sure to pique your interest and satisfy your educational interests.
Biological Sciences, BA
Major Coursework
54 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- BSC 24000 Introduction to Biological Diversity
- BSC 24400 Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Biology
- BSC 24800 Introduction to Ecology and Evolution
- BSC 28500 Methods and Writing for Biology
- BSC 32000 Plant Biology
- BSC 40400 Cell Biology
- BSC 40800 Genetics
- BSC 46400 Evolution
- BSC 46500 General Ecology
- BSC 48800 Genetics of Evolution
- CHM 23000 General Chemistry 1
- CHM 23100 General Chemistry 2
- CHM 23200 General Chemistry 3
- CHM 24100 General Chemistry 2 Laboratory
- CHM 24200 General Chemistry 3 Laboratory
- MTH 15100 College Algebra
- MTH 15200 Pre-calculus: Elementary Functions
- MTH 24100 Statistics for Natural Science
Additional BSC Coursework
4 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- BSC 34100 Vertebrate Zoology
- BSC 36400 Entomology
Biological Sciences Elective Coursework
6 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- BSC 22700 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BSC 22800 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- BSC 23000 Microbiology for Health Sciences
- ESC 26300/BSC 26300 Environmental Policy
- BSC 28000 Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science
- BSC 30200 Biometry I: Introduction to R
- BSC 35300 Microbiology
- BSC 35800 Parasitology
- BSC 36200 Advanced Environmental Biology
- BSC 36400 Entomology
- BSC 36600 Field Biology
- BSC 36800 Biology in Society
- BSC 37400 Embryogenesis
- BSC 41300 Immunology
- BSC 42200/CHM 42200 Biochemistry: Metabolism
- BSC 48000 Independent Research
Alternatively, other 30000-level or above courses may be an accepted elective with prior approval by the department. Additional credits will be required to meet the university 42 credit minimum of 30000 or higher level courses and may be fulfilled with Biological Sciences or other department electives.
Biological Sciences, BS
Major Coursework
56 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- BSC 24000 Introduction to Biological Diversity
- BSC 24400 Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Biology
- BSC 24800 Introduction to Ecology and Evolution
- BSC 28500 Methods and Writing for Biology
- BSC 32000 Plant Biology
- BSC 40400 Cell Biology
- BSC 40800 Genetics
- BSC 46400 Evolution
- BSC 46500 General Ecology
- BSC 48800 Genetics of Evolution
- CHM 23000 General Chemistry 1
- CHM 23100 General Chemistry 2
- CHM 23200 General Chemistry 3
- CHM 24100 General Chemistry 2 Laboratory
- CHM 24200 General Chemistry 3 Laboratory
- CHM 36100 Organic Chemistry I
- CHM 36200 Organic Chemistry II
- MTH 24100 Statistics for Natural Science
MTH and PHY Coursework
10-12 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
Option 1
- MTH 17300 Survey of Calculus
- PHY 25100 Introductory Physics I
- PHY 25200 Introductory Physics II
or
Option 2
- MTH 27100 Calculus I
- MTH 27200 Calculus II
Additional BSC Coursework
4 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- BSC 34100 Vertebrate Zoology
- BSC 36400 Entomology
Elective Coursework
6 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- BSC 22700 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BSC 22800 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- ESC 26300/BSC 26300 Environmental Policy
- BSC 28000 Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science
- BSC 30200 Biometry I: Introduction to R
- BSC 35300 Microbiology
- BSC 35800 Parasitology
- BSC 36200 Advanced Environmental Biology
- BSC 36400 Entomology
- BSC 36600 Field Biology
- BSC 36800 Biology in Society
- BSC 37400 Embryogenesis
- BSC 41300 Immunology
- BSC 42200/CHM 42200 Biochemistry: Metabolism
- BSC 48000 Independent Research
Alternatively, other 30000-level or above courses may be an accepted elective with prior approval by the department. Additional credits will be required to meet the university 42 credit minimum of 30000 or higher level courses and may be fulfilled with biological sciences or other department electives.
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Scholarships and Funding
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